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‘I’m so excited’: Legendary East Texas meteorologist Mark Scirto prepares for retirement
TYLER, Texas (KLTV) - A celebration and bittersweet farewell reception for KLTV’s very own Mark Scirto saw dozens of viewers, friends and loved ones from across East Texas come together to express their gratitude and congratulate the influential meteorologist on an almost 40 year career. As of 5:30 p.m....
Southwest Junior College Football Conference Media Day returns to Hollytree Country Club
TYLER, Texas (KETK) — Eight JUCO football coaches got together at Hollytree Country Club Thursday for the 2024 Southwest Junior College Football Conference Media Day. Among the coaches in attendance were Kilgore College’s Willie Gooden, Trinity Valley Community College’s Sherard Poteete and Tyler Junior College’s Tanner Jacobson. Kilgore College is picked to finished first in […]
Cotton Square Park In Lufkin Getting New Mural
They say that time takes its toll on a body. Makes a young girl's brown hair turn grey. I think Randy Travis was singing about the mural in Cotton Square in Downtown Lufkin. The painting of Angelina's flowing dark locks has changed colors, and the toll of time is evident.
Nacogdoches man restores donated shoes to give to children in need
With a new school year underway, Morales said CLNSNKS’ (clean sneaks) mission is to donate as many shoes as he can to children in Nacogdoches and help parents save some money. If you want to donate, a shoe drop-off box is located in Nacogdoches at Rodzilla Graphics, 807 South St., open Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
‘Robotic Manikins’ help UT Tyler medical students get hands-on practice
TYLER, Texas (KETK) — The University of Texas at Tyler is giving their medical students a new way to learn the fundamentals of being a healthcare worker with “Robotic Manikins.” “My name is Hal,” robotic manikin Hal said. “Ok. What brings you in today? What hurts you?” “I have pain,” Hal said. Professors can program […]
New Farm Supply Store Coming To Nacogdoches
If you have been down Loop 224 at Stallings Drive recently you might have noticed some dirt work and construction across from Elliott Electric Supply. What was just an empty field this time last year, is quickly becoming a new store. The walls and many other things are already getting set up for a new Tractor Supply Co. location.
East Texas former collegiate athlete helps carry Olympic Torch through France
NACOGDOCHES, Texas (KETK) – When the Olympic torch reaches its destination in Paris, it will have been with the help of thousands of people– including Stephen F. Austin State University alumna Elena Bleicher. Bleicher started the journey by taking the leap from her hometown of Gries, France all the way to Nacogdoches to become a […]
Boys & Girls Club in Kilgore closing after 15 years
KILGORE, Texas (KETK) – The Boys & Girls Club of Rusk County has announced that the Boys & Girls Club Kilgore Unit is closing after 15 years of serving East Texas children and families. “We want to express our deepest gratitude to all the staff, volunteers, donors, and community members who have supported the Boys […]
Polarizing Ex-Cowboy Causing Even More Distractions on New Team
This week has seen the Dallas Cowboys, and a number of other teams, finally report to training camp to begin official preparations for the 2024 season. However, like with CeeDee Lamb and Dallas, there's a ton of focus on key players who aren't with their teams yet. As it turns...
Diboll woman gets 10 years for 2019 crash that killed passenger
LUFKIN, Texas (KTRE) - A Diboll woman arrested in 2019 for intoxication manslaughter received 10 years’ confinement Thursday. Kila Leann Janes, 28, was charged with intoxicated manslaughter with a vehicle and intoxicated assault with a vehicle after the May 7 death of her passenger, Clinton Earl Holman. On Thursday, Judge Robert K. Inselmann sentenced Janes to 10 years in jail.
Smith County district clerk jailed on civil contempt of court charge
TYLER, Texas — Smith County District Clerk Penny Clarkston was booked into the Smith County Jail Thursday morning after a judge found her in civil contempt of court for failing to provide requested information. Clarkston, 68, of Flint, was arrested on a civil contempt of court charge after appearing...
CHEERS for Back To School
Mabank Junior High School cheerleaders along with the Panther Mascot display school spirit with performances, cheers and pictures with students attending the Back to School Bash July 20. The Junior High School cheerleaders also worked the school spirit store selling t-shirts and sweatshirts during the event. Monitor Photo/Carla Gray. Adriah...
Tyler High coach ‘pleasantly pleased’ with Lions' improvement last season
TYLER, Texas (KLTV) - The Tyler High Lions are headed into a new district this season and Head Coach Rashaun Woods is hoping to build off the success from last year. “I was pleasantly pleased with how the guys worked,” said Woods. “The place that the Lions were in going into the season, and where we ended up at the end of the season was a tremendous improvement for the program and the community.”
Eustace Lady Bulldog Volleyball Camp July 22-24
Eustace High School Athletic Director and Head Girl’s Volleyball Coach Tosha Spain imparts her knowledge July 22 during the opening session of the Lady Bulldog Volleyball Camp. Monitor Photo/Russell Slaton. Eustace High School incoming senior Brylee Altman works with Lady Bulldog Volleyball Camp attendees July 22. Monitor Photo/Russell Slaton.
Bullard ISD honored for storm response, community aid
BULLARD, Texas (KETK) – Bullard ISD was awarded with the Smith County Hero Award on Wednesday because of their efforts in helping the community following severe storms. According to a release from Smith County, Bullard Intermediate School opened on June 4 as a shelter with Red Cross and Smith County Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) […]
Multiple injuries reported in 3 vehicle wreck in Tyler
TYLER, Texas (KLTV) - Multiple people have been reported injured in a 3 vehicle wreck near Highway 31 in Tyler. According to authorities on the scene, EMS crews were called to a 3 vehicle wreck on Highway 31 and Surrey Trial early Thursday afternoon. Officials say at least one of the victims was rescued from their vehicle in a nearby ditch and three people have been transported to a hospital for treatment.
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